2001 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |